Why Choose CSE ?

We’re CSE — a specialist childcare recruitment partner serving Cambridge and the surrounding area. We find qualified, reliable practitioners who fit your nursery’s culture quickly, professionally and with ongoing support. Book a free 15-minute consultation today.

Contact: info@cambridgeschoolofeducation.com | 07717 317820

What makes CSE different

Local experts in childcare recruitment
We focus exclusively on the early years sector in Cambridge and nearby. That means better candidate matches, faster placements, and deeper knowledge of local labour market realities.

Specialist screening — quality you can trust
Every candidate is pre-screened by our team: identity checks, DBS (where required), referees verified and CVs vetted against your role specifications. We send only people we’d be happy to place in our own partner settings.

Speed without compromise
We balance speed with rigour. Whether you need short-term cover or permanent hires, we work to present a curated shortlist so you can interview fewer candidates and hire faster.

Culture fit, not just qualifications
We prioritise culture and values match — the right attitude and approach often matters more than a perfect CV. We assess fit alongside skills to help you reduce churn and build a stable team.

Post-placement support
CSE stays involved after placement: onboarding advice, check-ins, and access to CPD options. That support helps new staff settle and improves retention.

Flexible solutions
Permanent recruitment, temporary/agency staff, shortlists for managers or room leads, and support with difficult-to-fill roles (SEN, deputy, managers) — we tailor our approach to your needs.

Transparent, simple pricing
We keep fees straightforward and explain any guarantees or replacement policies up front so there are no surprises.

Results that matter to nurseries

  • Faster time-to-hire through focused shortlists

  • Higher retention thanks to culture-matching and post-placement care

  • Reduced admin for your team — we handle screening and referencing

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What our clients think about us

  • “CSE has been a fantastic partner for our nursery. They always listen to what we need and send us qualified, caring staff. Even at short notice, they provide reliable practitioners who fit seamlessly into our team.”

  • “We have built a strong relationship with CSE over time. Their staff are consistently punctual, professional, and passionate about childcare. The team makes every effort to deliver the right people whenever we need them.”

  • “CSE gave me the chance to balance work with family life. The roles they offered were flexible and suited my needs perfectly. The staff were friendly, professional, and always quick to guide me with any questions.”

  • “Working with CSE has been an excellent experience. The team are professional, approachable, and truly supportive. They helped me secure a role that matched my skills, and I always felt valued throughout the process.”

FAQs

  • Cambridge and surrounding areas — please contact us to check coverage for specific locations.

  • Yes. We supply temporary cover, long-term placements and leadership recruitment.

  • It depends on the role and market conditions, but we focus on fast, high-quality shortlists so you can interview quickly. For urgent cover, contact us and we’ll prioritise your request.

  • We verify identity, check references, and confirm qualifications. We also advise on DBS requirements where applicable.

  • We offer a clear replacement policy — details are provided in our terms. We want placements to work long-term, and we’ll support you to make that happen.